Afghanistan, Jan. 22 -- New 25% US tariffs on countries doing business with Iran have cast doubt over India's Chabahar port project, balancing strategy and Washington pressure.
India faces uncertainty over its investment in Iran's Chabahar port after the Trump administration imposed new 25% tariffs on nations engaging economically with Tehran.
The project, a collaboration between India, Iran, and Afghanistan, is vital for India's access to Afghanistan and Central Asia without passing through Pakistan.
India had committed around $500 million for the port's development, including linked road and rail infrastructure to Afghanistan, aiming to strengthen regional trade and reduce dependency on Pakistan routes.
US sanctions against Iran have ...